A 6.0 magnitude quake was recorded near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky Sunday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
The tremor rocked the area at 07:26 UTC (18:26 local time). It occurred at a depth of 10 km with the epicenter situated about 166 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.
Did you feel it?
You can let the USGS know if you experienced the earthquake by filling out their Felt Report form.
Impact and estimated losses
Green alert for shaking-related fatalities and economic losses. There is a low likelihood of casualties and damage.
Structure information summary
Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are resistant to earthquake shaking, though vulnerable structures exist. The predominant vulnerable building types are adobe block and unreinforced brick with mud construction.
Historical information
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake 419 km southwest of this event struck UK on June 8, 1993 (UTC), with estimated population exposures of 2,000 at intensity VI and 4,000 at intensity VII, with no reported fatalities.
Source: The U.S. Geological Survey